This book is a fascinating view into the life and achievements of John Nixon, a pioneer of the steam coal trade in South Wales during the 19th century. Vincent provides a detailed account of Nixon's life and career, from his humble beginnings to his rise to prominence in the coal industry. This book is essential reading for anyone interested in the history of coal mining, the Industrial Revolution, or the broader economic and social changes that shaped Britain in the 19th century. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.